Engineering Laboratory Director

Position Information

WORKING TITLE: Engineering Laboratory Director
UW SYSTEM OFFICIAL TITLE: Laboratory Manager
POSTING DATE: October 9, 2024

Essential Job Functions

This position reports to Richard J. Resch School of Engineering Chair and supports faculty who are developing and delivering laboratory-based teaching in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Environmental Engineering. Candidates having electro-mechanical background are encouraged to apply, however, other areas of engineering will also be considered.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the engineering laboratories and their equipment.
• Assist in purchase, maintenance, upgrade and replacement of the engineering laboratory equipment.
• Work with the equipment manufacturer in installation and repair of the engineering laboratory equipment.
• Assist in moving of the laboratory equipment when necessary.
• Train faculty in usage of the engineering laboratory equipment when necessary.
• Assist in capstone projects when necessary.
• Work with the faculty (laboratory coordinators) on meeting the needs of their respective teaching laboratories.
• Teach engineering laboratory courses in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Assist the faculty in performing any ABET accreditation assessments or reviews pertaining to the engineering laboratories.
• Coordinate with local industry when necessary to meet the engineering laboratory needs.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Associates degree in Engineering or a closely related field
• Experience in handling/operating electro-mechanical instruments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Two years of industry experience
• Two years of hands-on laboratory experience, especially in the area of electro-mechanical

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.

Conditions of Appointment

Position is a full-time, academic year, Academic Staff appointment. Work hours for this position are 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, fully in-person on the UW-Green Bay Campus. Official transcripts of the highest degree achieved will be required of finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

The UW Human Resource System (HRS) is undergoing a system maintenance resulting in a scheduled outage from approximately 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 19 through 12:00 p.m. Sunday, October 20.  During this time, applicants will be unable to access the online applicant management system to apply for positions. Please contact jobs@uwgb.edu with any questions regarding this outage.

Compensation and Benefits

SALARY INFORMATION

Salary range of $65,000-$70,000.

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

BENEFIT DETAILS

The UW System provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The UW System also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.

In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.

• UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
• Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Quick Guide
• Total Compensation Estimator

Apply

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:
External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)
Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: From "Search Jobs" screen:

• Click "View All Jobs"
• Select "Engineering Laboratory Director"
  • You must login before you can apply. Input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Sign In."
  • If you have not yet registered, click "Register Now" to begin the registration process.

STEP 3: Submit application materials:

Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree achieved

You must select "Submit" to forward your application materials to the search committee.

If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:

Amy Ibuaka
Phone: (920) 465-2104
Email: ibuakaa@uwgb.edu 

Application Deadline

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, November 3, 2024.